Your iPhone slipped, the screen shattered, and now you assume it's worthless. It isn't. India's used iPhone market has strong demand for broken devices - from repair shops that replace screens professionally, to refurbishers who recondition phones for resale. This guide tells you exactly what a broken iPhone is worth and how to sell it without getting shortchanged.
The Broken iPhone Market in India
Unlike in Western markets where broken phones have limited buyers, India has a thriving repair and refurbishment ecosystem. Hundreds of certified repair centres buy cracked iPhones, replace components using OEM or compatible parts, and resell them at a significant markup. This demand keeps prices for broken iPhones surprisingly strong.
The key is knowing what type of damage you have and how it affects value.
How Different Types of Damage Affect Resale Price
Cracked Screen (Hairline Crack)
A minor crack that doesn't affect display function typically reduces value by ₹2,000–₹4,000 versus a perfect-condition phone. Display is functional, touch works, no dead spots.
Cracked Screen (Shattered / Display Damage)
When cracks affect display quality - blotches, dead pixels, or non-responsive touch zones - deduction is ₹5,000–₹10,000. Still very sellable.
Back Glass Crack
Functional damage only - the phone works perfectly but looks bad. Deduction: ₹1,500–₹3,500 depending on model. iPhone 12 onwards have glass backs that are expensive to replace, so the deduction is higher for newer models.
Battery Health Below 80%
Not physical damage, but affects value. Deduction of ₹1,500–₹3,000. Buyers know battery replacement costs ₹3,500–₹5,000 at Apple or a reputable service centre, and price accordingly.
Water Damage (Liquid Contact Indicator Triggered)
The most significant deduction. Even if the phone currently works, triggered LCI (visible inside the SIM tray as a red dot) flags potential future failure. Deduction: ₹8,000–₹18,000. Phones with confirmed water damage but still functional can still sell - just at lower prices.
Face ID / Touch ID Not Working
Face ID or Touch ID failure (often from third-party screen replacements) is a significant issue in India's resale market. Deduction: ₹4,000–₹10,000 depending on model.
Phone Doesn't Turn On
Even a completely dead iPhone has parts value - screen assembly, back housing, cameras, logic boards. A dead iPhone 14 can still fetch ₹6,000–₹12,000 in parts alone.
Estimated Prices for Broken iPhones (India, 2025)
- iPhone 16 (cracked screen): ₹44,000–₹52,000
- iPhone 15 (cracked screen): ₹30,000–₹38,000
- iPhone 14 (cracked screen): ₹20,000–₹26,000
- iPhone 13 (cracked screen): ₹12,000–₹16,000
- iPhone 12 (cracked screen): ₹8,000–₹11,000
- iPhone 11 (cracked screen): ₹5,000–₹8,000
- iPhone 13 (dead / not switching on): ₹5,000–₹9,000
What NOT to Do With a Broken iPhone
- Don't repair it before selling - Third-party screen repairs void Apple warranty indicators, often trigger Face ID issues, and the cost of repair rarely adds equivalent value
- Don't sell on classifieds without disclosure - Buyers will demand refunds; always be upfront about damage for a smooth transaction
- Don't throw it away - Even the most damaged iPhone is worth money in parts
How to Sell a Broken iPhone Without Getting Lowballed
- Document the damage honestly - Photos of all damage angles
- Remove iCloud account - Even for a broken phone, iCloud lock dramatically reduces buyer options (and your price)
- Use a buyback platform with condition-based pricing - QuickGadgets.in shows you the price for your exact condition level upfront, no surprises
- Don't accept the first offer - Local shops will lowball because they need margin; buyback platforms price to market
A broken iPhone is not the end of the road. With the right buyer and honest disclosure, you can still recover significant cash from a damaged device. Get your instant price at QuickGadgets.in - we buy cracked, damaged, and even dead iPhones across India.